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Margaret River has often been spoken of as Australia’s very own Bordeaux, and with noble varieties like Happs’ 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wine coming out of the region, it’s little wonder. A rich infusion of black current, tomato leaf and cedar aromas, this vintage also...

Margaret River has often been spoken of as Australia’s very own Bordeaux, and with noble varieties like Happs’ 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wine coming out of the region, it’s little wonder. A rich infusion of black current, tomato leaf and cedar aromas, this vintage also incorporates notes of green plum, eucalypt and smoky oak.

The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wine is full bodied, with a strong, concentrated fruit flavour that boldly strikes the palate instantly. Flavours of black and red current, maraschino cherry, black olive and bitter chocolate fuse beautifully together in the first sip.

With a rustic, welcoming cellar door and people-focussed brand, Happs’ character shines through in their varietals, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wine included. A down to earth winery with a dedication to providing for every palate, Happs’ has been one of the region’s leading wineries for over 35 years.

During this time, Happs has flourished, as varietals birthed from exceptional harvests claimed centre stage in the region. This is of course largely thanks to the climate afforded to the vineyards. Margaret River has in fact become known as one of the most versatile wine regions in the world, and Happs’ has taken advantage of both its Mediterranean climate, and extraordinarily long growing period, to produce wines such as the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon.

The vineyards share a unique trellis system not seen anywhere else in the region. The open, solar-effective vine canopy also works to maximise aroma and flavour of the grapes, while increasing airflow to reduce pests. The result is a sustainable vineyard management system that allows for the avoidance of herbicides, and the increase of soil microorganisms, encouraging vines to thrive and produce the very grapes used in the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon wine.

The harvesting process follows a similarly traditional and natural method, with seasonal workers picking the immense number of grapes carefully by hand. This ensures that the fruit arrives at the winery in perfect condition, and thus not in need of additional sulphite.

From the character of the vineyard, to its natural methods of wine production, the result can be tasted in the first sip of wines such as the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon, which emulates the rich, earthy nature of both the vineyard and those working hard behind it.